Diggs has received numerous preseason accolades recently. The junior wideout was tabbed by Athlon Sports as a second team All-American and a first team All-Big Ten honoree. Phil Steele named Diggs a third team All-American and first team All-Big Ten.

Last season, Diggs finished second on the team in receptions and receiving yards despite missing the last five games with a leg injury. In seven games, Diggs had 34 receptions for 587 yards and three touchdowns and averaged 83.9 yards receiving per game.